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The Bodleian Library ( / ˈbɒdliən, bɒdˈliːən /) is the main research library of the University of Oxford. Founded in 1602 by Sir Thomas Bodley, it is one of the oldest libraries in Europe. With over 13 million printed items, [1] it is the second-largest library in Britain after the British Library. [2] .
Visit the world-famous Bodleian Libraries. Discover our tours, free exhibitions, shop and café. Plan your visit. Highlights. Library guided tours. Go inside our beautiful and historic library buildings with our expert tour guides. City walking tours. Discover the fascinating history of the University and city of Oxford on our walking tours.
The Bodleian Old Library is one of the oldest libraries in Europe. Part of the larger Bodleian Library complex, it is connected to the Radcliffe Camera by the underground Gladstone Link . It has three historic reading rooms: the Lower Reading Room, the Upper Reading Room and Duke Humfrey’s Library.
The Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera and Weston Library are three of Oxford's most iconic libraries, located in the heart of the city. Get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access on a guided library tour, or explore the historic city of Oxford on a walking tour with one of our expert guides.
The Bodleian Libraries are a group of 26 libraries across Oxford. Search for a library by name, browse by location or use the filters to find your preferred workspace. You can also browse group study rooms across the Bodleian Libraries.
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The Bodleian Library is one of the oldest libraries in Europe, and in Britain is second in size only to the British Library. Together, the Bodleian Libraries hold over 13 million printed items.